Wildflowers & Watersheds Festival
Sat, May 23
|Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum
Learn about and celebrate all things wildflowers and watersheds!
Time & Location
May 23, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum, 5000 Discovery Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058, USA
About the event
Celebrate the beauty and importance of our region’s ecosystems at the Wildflowers & Watersheds Festival! Enjoy guided wildflower walks, investigate the world of pollinators, and connect with local organizations offering engaging booths and activities for all ages.
FREE admission all day! No registration required.
Stop by the Basalt Rock Cafe for a delicious lunch!
SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS
9:00 AM: Nature Yoga & Meditation at the Pond with Wild Bloom Yoga
11:00 AM: Festival Begins
2:00 PM: Gorge-Themed Tunes in the River Gallery with Trails & Tunes
3:00 PM: Festival Concludes
11:00-3:00: Hands-on activities, wildflower walks, booths, solar scopes, stream tables & more!
EVENT PARTNERS
Thank you to all of our event partners! We’re excited to share the incredible work of our local organizations.
Angela Goldsmith (Chapbook Author)
Mario Catani (Author - Flowers of the Columbia River Gorge)
Tom Myers (Author - Birds of the Pacific Northwest for Kids)